April 17-19, 2026
NEW Location! York, PA

Nat 20- Dice Making (Part One)

Frankenstein's Lab (Workshop Room)

This is an exciting new class where you can learn how to create your own dice for table top gaming! The molds are hand-made by Kristen Neathery and available for […]

$60.00

Lights Out with Building Steam

Rue Morgue Panel Room

What's the T is a Q&A with dynamic duo makers Brian and Sheila Fradosh from Building Steam. Sip on some hot tea and pick the brains of this crafty couple! […]

Who was Jack the Ripper really?

Main Ballroom

An interactive panel detailing the crimes of Jack the Ripper, the possible suspects. Debunking some of the rumors and how Jack the Ripper has been portrayed in media.

Tea & Tarot with The Baroness

Embark on a mystical journey through time and tradition with The Baroness Alexandria in an enchanting exploration of tea leaves and tarot – an ancient practice known as Tasseography or […]

Leather Pouch Making Workshop

Frankenstein's Lab (Workshop Room)

I am very pleased to announce that TellTale Steampunk has given Starboard Sky Industries permission to do a hands on leather pouch making panel at this year's convention! The date […]

$45.00

Newtonian Teacup Derby Workshop Dr. Gus

Build and decorate a box car then race them Sunday for fame and glory! Prizes will be awarded during the race. All supplies will be provided.

$15.00

Build Your Own Dice Tower

Frankenstein's Lab (Workshop Room)

"It really is elementary my dear Watson..." Construct your very own Dice Tower using this custom Kit created by Gadgetometers. These functional Dice Towers are perfect for your personal gaming […]

$25.00

Victorian Cane Defense

Main Ballroom

A primer on the use of the cane as a defense in the Victorian era. Victorian Cane Defense with Kevin M Houghton 2:45 - 3:45 pm

The Quick and the Dad

Dad, people who wish to participate will face off against each other best 2 our of 3 per round, jokes will be judged by me for fairness and by the […]

Free Mini Workshop sponsored by Poly-Props US Paints and Primers

Frankenstein's Lab (Workshop Room)

Come try out Poly-Prop paints on a foam eye patch, workshop is free but limited to the first 30 participants. Welcome to Poly-Props US, your ultimate destination for top-quality coatings, primers, […]

“Just A Minute” at Tell-Tale Steampunk

Josh Widdowson will guide four panelists through a game of verbal dexterity and improvisation as they speak on various topics for sixty seconds at a time. The problem is that […]

How to Self-Lace Your Corset

Salon 2

You're staring at 10 yards of ribbon. This shouldn’t be this hard, right? Pull laces, tie knot. Right? Don’t let the panic set in. Bring your favorite corset buddy to […]

Copper Flower Workshop

Learn to design, cut, texture, color, and assemble a copper flower (planned flower is a peony but may be subject to change for time constraints) Copper Flower Workshop w/Samantha Elliott […]

$55.00

Poetry Salon

Salon 3

An interactive poetry reading encouraging original poetry or poetry by Poe. Arrive early to sign up and get on the schedule. Each participant will be limited to 3 poems or […]

Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective

Salon #1

Take on the role of a Bakerstreet Irregular in this mystery solving game. It is you and your fellow detectives against the mind of Sherlock himself. You will have an […]

Handmade Small Chore Broom Workshop

Make a small chore broom for all your tiny cleaning needs: keyboards, tabletops, counters, etc. Add a cute steampunky charm to the handle if you desire. Hang it from your […]

$17.00

Seance with Paranormalist Vince Wilson

Paranormalist Vince Wilson is the #1 Authority in the US on séances and paranormal entertainment and a recognized international expert on the supernatural. You will feel the presence of spirits […]

Night Watch Paradox

The musical equivalent of reading “Treasure Island,” Night Watch Paradox brings the audience along on a participatory journey of musical performance and storytelling as they travel in their imaginary, steam-powered […]

Fun with Electronics

Salon #1

The panel begins with an introduction into basic electronic tools and techniques. The remainder of the panel focuses on repurposing electronics from inexpensive toys and decorations to add LED lights […]

Turning your Broken Repurposed Items Into Steampunk Accessories

Frankenstein's Lab (Workshop Room)

Repurposing odds and ends of jewelry into steampunk pins, barrettes and other accessories. Tools and some supplies will be provided. Participants may also bring their own treasures to recycle.  

$30.00

Tea Dueling with The Baroness

Salon 3

So what is Tea Dueling? Tea Dueling , the main sport of the Steampunk world, is not what it sounds like.  A game that involves nerves of steel, patience, and […]

COMICS: Getting Started in Self Publishing

Main Ballroom

Join Michael Bracco (The Creators, Adam Wreck, Novo, The Monuments) as he shares his experiences with comic making and self publishing. In this panel we will explore the basics of […]

Murder mystery

Salon 3

In the mid-19th century, England experienced an influx of Irish immigrants, who swelled the populations of England’s major cities, including the East End of London. From 1882, Jewish refugees from […]

Specialized Restoration

Salon #1

Amazing restoration are possible! Tindell's Restoration Studios specializes in the conservation and restoration of various artworks and precious items including oil paintings, works on paper, maps, books, textiles, graphics, photos, […]

Nat 20- Dice Making (Part Two)

This is an exciting new class where you can learn how to create your own dice for table top gaming! The molds are hand-made by Kristen Neathery and available for […]

Demonology and Ghost Hunting 101

Salon #1

Demonologist, paranormal investigator Kevin Meares will be giving a workshop on the bsaics of paranormal investigation and recognizing the presence of a demonic being as opposed to ghosts. Kevin will […]

Fiddlefest

Fiddlefest Alert!  Get ready to tap your toes and clap your hands! Clare Lee, the talented fiddler from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is bringing her lively tunes to Fiddlefest! Known for her […]

Telltale Steampunk Festival – Baltimore, Maryland March 29-30, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Baltimore North - Pikesville 1726 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD, US

Join us at the Telltale Steampunk Festival in Baltimore for a weekend of Victorian-inspired fun on March 29-30, 2025!Welcome to the family-friendly Telltale Steampunk Festival in Baltimore, Maryland! Get ready […]

Newtonian Teacup Derby Workshop

Build and decorate a box car then race them Sunday for fame and glory! Prizes will be awarded during the race. All supplies will be provided.

$15.00

Mary Shelley: The Intricate Riddle of Life

Mary Shelley was the daughter of social revolutionaries William Godwin and Mary Wollstonecraft, wife of romantic poet Percy Shelly, and mother of Frankenstein and his monster. But beneath the sweeping […]

Copper Bookmark Workshop

Frankenstein's Lab (Workshop Room)

In this walk through style workshop, you'll emboss your bookmark with poetry script before a dipping it in a sulphur bath to blacken it and shine the words back up. […]

$13.00

Tell-Tale Literary Improv

Main Ballroom

The authors from An Assembly of Monsters invite you to join us for a madcap session of Literary Improv, where you provide the prompts and we tell the stories! Our […]

Make-believe Mineralogy: Steampunk Edition!

From the Arkenstone to Kyber Crystals, games and fiction are full of tempting, shiny objects mined out of the earth for power, glory, or adornment. Join jeweler and rockhound Meredith […]

Miss Lala’s Perfectly Horrible Story Time

Children of all ages, Miss Lala implores you to attend her story time where she will read picture books of questionable repute, teach you how to do appalling tricks with […]

Bloody Good High Tea for Best Friends of Edgar

Grab your Best Friends of Edgar ticket and enjoy an exclusive perk: High Tea with the gracious hostess, Baroness Alexandria, and special guest Dacre Stoker, the great-grandnephew of Bram Stoker […]

Craft Your Own Leather Apothecary Cuff

Choose your remedy or poison and make a bold statement with your own custom apothecary cuff! Join expert leatherworker Donald Dodson in this hands-on workshop, where you'll learn the art […]

$25.00

Steamcordia

Main Ballroom

Steamcordia ("STEAM as in water, CORD as in rope, IA as in I, A") is a one-man Steampunk musical act. Stephen Cornelius, the man behind the music, uses the instruments […]

Demonology and Ghost Hunting 101

Salon #1

Demonologist and paranormal investigator Kevin Meares will lead a workshop on the fundamentals of paranormal investigation, focusing on how to distinguish between ghostly activity and the presence of a demonic […]

Art on playing cards

Unleash your creativity and turn an ordinary playing card into a tiny masterpiece! Using collage, paint, and stencils, you'll transform a playing card into a one-of-a-kind work of art. ✨ […]

$25.00

Stoker on Stoker Multi Media Presentation

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Baltimore North - Pikesville 1726 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD, US

Dacre Stoker’s compelling and informative Keynote presentation, Stoker on Stoker, the Mysteries Behind the Research and Writing of Dracula, weaves together the details of Dracula’s history with Stoker family lore, […]

Monster Mocktails

Monsters and Mocktails - Join Denise Cutair on a journey into genre cookbooks to discover recipes that will enchant you and your guests. We will look at cookbooks, the artistry […]

Fashion Promenade and Makers Challenge

Have you spent months putting together the perfect outfit or making your costume? Strut your stuff at our Fashion Promenade and be the envy of all Steam Punks by winning […]

Fun With Electronics

Join Michael Lake for an introduction to essential electronic tools and techniques, including wiring, repurposing affordable toys and decorations, and sourcing materials to create fantastical and imaginative costumes, cosplay accessories, […]

Who’s the Bad Guy?

Round Table Discussion with Doc Coleman The right villain can make or break a story. Come talk about what makes a good villain, and how the bad guy fits into […]

Make Some Tea With CTT!

Join Kylene Roberts of Clockwise Tea Traders to make an ounce of your very own tea blend! Participants start with a base of black tea and add inclusions from the […]

$12.00

Pictionary Air-ship

Challenge your intellect and artistic flair! Join Louis Wolf (Unlockable Content) for a digital Pictionary game with a unique steampunk twist.

An Assembly of Monsters: The Unveiling

And the tradition lives on with another Forgotten Lore anthology! (Yes… it’s officially an annual event.) Following in the eerie footsteps of A Cast of Crows and A Cry of […]

Cons against Humanity

Join Unlockable Content for a convention-themed twist on the classic fill-in-the-blank game, where your awkward personality and lackluster social skills turn into pure fun and chaos!

Ragtime to Riches: Pop Music Before the Radio

Pop music is often thought of as a modern affair, but with the rise of sheet music and the proliferation of pianos it was, in fact, a product of the […]

The Dracula Séance

Step into the eerie world of Transylvanian legend with The Dracula Séance, an immersive evening led by renowned paranormalist Vince Wilson. In this spine-chilling experience, Vince will guide guests in summoning […]

Night Watch Paradox

Musical Entertainment: Night Watch Paradox  Set sail on a sonic adventure! The musical equivalent of reading Treasure Island, Night Watch Paradox takes you on an immersive journey filled with storytelling […]

Sing Along with Steamcordia

Main Ballroom

Join Steamcordia, a one-man Steampunk musical experience! Stephen Cornelius, the mastermind behind the music, weaves melodic Steampunk tales filled with both mirth and mayhem using whatever instruments he has at […]

Unravel the Shadows in Dracula’s Descendant

Uncover the chilling truth in Vince Wilson's Haunted Murder Mystery: Dracula's Descendant! Among the unsuspecting guests lies the descendant of Dracula, harboring a dark and dangerous secret. As eerie events unfold and […]

Bearded Lady Meet Up and Free Flea Market

Join the illustrious League of Bearded Ladies for a morning meetup! All are welcome, ladies, gents, theys and thems...just make sure to wear your facial follicles proudly. Natural or nonnatural […]

Bullshots Baffle Brains

Salon #1

Following the success of Bullshot Baffles Brains at Key City 2024, the panel show will return. Based on the British TV Game Show 'Call My Bluff, the panels will have […]

The Butterfly Effect in Fiction

Vlad's Parlor

Round Table Discussions with Michelle D. Sonnier Join us for an engaging reading and discussion on how small changes can have a profound impact when crafting alternate world fantasy and […]

To Those Who Are Ancient

Vlad's Parlor

Join us for a captivating roundtable discussion with award-winning author Danielle Ackley-McPhail as she delves into the eerie and evocative world of To Those Who Are Ancient, from Assembly of […]

Create Your Own Steampunk Wrist Cuff with KrakenMaille

Frankenstein's Lab (Workshop Room)

Unleash your creativity and learn the art of metal bending with KrakenMaille! In this hands-on workshop, you'll discover the techniques needed to shape metal and add decorative touches to craft […]

$27.00

Waste Not, Want Not: Sustainable Fashion & Costuming

Salon #1

oin panelist Diana Miller for an eye-opening discussion on the impact of fast fashion, textile waste, and landfills. Explore where your fabrics and clothing come from—and where they end up. […]

Dacre Stoker, Dissecting Dracula in 30 Documents an In Person hands on Workshop

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Baltimore North - Pikesville 1726 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208, Pikesville, MD, US

Join Dacre Stoker, great grandnephew of Dracula author Bram Stoker,  as he facilitates an investigative session using copies of rare papers borrowed from libraries and archives around the world. Dacre […]